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The X-Files S9E8 — Hellbound
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The X-Files•Season 9•Episode 8

Hellbound

7.0/10 · 2,872 votesJan 27, 200245 min

Ranked #18 of 20 in Season 9•−0.4 vs season avg

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Agent Reyes takes the lead while investigating an X-file case, surrounding a man found skinned alive after having visions of seeing other people appearing skinned alive. Reyes calls on Scully's expertise to help on the investigation, which pays off when Scully finds a link to

Directed byKim Manners
Written byDavid Amann
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Robert Patrick

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Episode Summary

"Hellbound" is episode 8 of The X-Files season 9. It scored 7.0/10 from 2,872 votes, ranking #18 of 20 episodes this season (season average 7.4). Directed by Kim Manners and written by David Amann, it aired on January 27, 2002.

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